The Wedding Weekend
06.06.25
6:00pm
Friday: The Night Before
Dinner and drinks to get the weekend's celebrations started with you all! We’ve booked a space from 6pm at Lulu’s Bar & Restaurant, located on the waterfront at Port Denarau Terminal - they have a great menu to choose from, and a live band to entertain us for the evening. Lulu's is an easy Bula Bus ride or taxi from Denarau resorts (or a 15-ish minute walk for those feeling motivated).
Lulu Bar Restaurant and Cafe
Port Denarau Terminal, Denarau Island, Fiji
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07.06.25
3:45pm
Saturday: The Main Event
Join us for a late afternoon ceremony as we say 'I do'. Please arrive at 3:45pm for a 4pm start. When you arrive, the concierge will be able to provide directions to the exact wedding location.
Attire: Cocktail
So Spa Lawn, Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
Beachfront, Denarau Island, Fiji
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4:45pm
Cocktail Hour
Enjoy the sunset with some bubbly and small bites before dinner.
6:00pm
Reception
Dinner, drinks and dancing - let's celebrate!
10:30pm - 2:00am
The After Party
For those who'd like to continue the festivities once the 'official' reception wraps up.
Republik Bar, Sofitel Fiji
Denarau Island, Fiji
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08.06.25
1:00pm
Sunday: Recovery
A chance to soak up some sun, relax and recuperate from the day before. We’ll spend the afternoon poolside at the Hilton, located right next door to the Sofitel. Pool access, towels and lunch (dietaries accommodated) are provided from 1pm - drinks can be ordered from the bar. BYO swimmers and sunscreen!
Maravu Restaurant - Poolside @ Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa
Denarau Island, Fiji
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Where to Stay
You're welcome to join us in Fiji for as long, or short, as you like! For those keen to stay at the Sofitel, a discount is available for wedding guests. There are also plenty of other accommodation options on Denarau Island - we've included some below, along with their distance from the venue. Our plans: we'll both be at the Sofitel Fiji from the 5th - 9th June (Alana will get there earlier, on the 1st June). If you'll arrive before the wedding weekend and would like to catch up, let us know your travel dates.
Sofitel Fiji (Guest Discount Link) Hilton Fiji - 700m Sheraton Denarau Villas - 850mSheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort - 1kmThe Palms Apartment Hotel - 1kmThe Terrace Apartments - 1.1kmRadisson Blu Resort - 1.4kmClub Wyndham - 1.4km
Important Information
We know that having a destination wedding means you'll need a bit more information from us - you can find answers to common questions below, but please reach out to us directly if you need anything else.
How do I get there?
The best airport to fly into is Nadi International, located a short 30-minute drive from Denarau Island. There are direct flight options daily from most Australian & Kiwi capital cities. The flight time is approx. 5 hours from Melbourne, or 4 hours from Sydney and Wellington.
What about children?
On the wedding day, little ones are welcome to join us for the ceremony and cocktail hour, but the reception (from 6pm) is for adults only. The pre-wedding welcome dinner and recovery afternoon will both be child friendly. To help us plan, please let us know if they will be joining these events when you RSVP. Child-minding services are available through most resorts on Denarau Island. For parents staying at the Sofitel, information on babysitting and the daytime kids club can be found here: https://www.sofitel-fiji.com/clubs-and-lounges/niu-beach-club-for-kids/
What about gifts?
Travelling to share our special day with us is your gift, so we strongly encourage you not to provide another. However, for those who insist a wishing well will be available.
Do I need to stay on Denarau Island?
Absolutely not! Denarau Island is convenient as all resorts and the marina (where you'll find shops, restaurants and local activities) are close by, but you're welcome to stay wherever suits you best. Outside Denarau, the next closest hotel options are in Nadi Bay, a short 20-minute drive from the Sofitel. If you'd like to venture further down the coast, the Hilton Doubletree on Sonaisali Island is around 30-minutes from the venue. A little further out, the Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay is a 47-minute drive from the venue.
What transport is available?
You can walk between some resorts on Denarau, but transfers between local hotels and taxis are also available - your accommodation provider will be able to organise these for you. In Denarau, you can also use the Bula Bus - this is a local bus that does a loop between Denarau resorts and the local marina throughout the day. The service runs approx. every 10-minutes (though Fiji time is notoriously flexible!) and a day pass is around $10FJD.
What weather should I pack for?
We'll be there during Fiji's dry season - you can expect warm days and comfortably cool evenings, with the temperature staying between 20-29 degrees.
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